The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, vide Notification S.O. 3266(E), has notified the effective date for the implementation of the amended provisions of the Dock Workers (Regulation of Employment) Act, 1948, as introduced under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026. The notification marks an important step in operationalizing the legislative reforms aimed at enhancing ease of compliance, reducing procedural burdens, and promoting efficient governance within the port and dock employment sector. Employers, port authorities, labour administrators, and other stakeholders should review the notification carefully to understand the applicability and compliance implications of the amended provisions.